A large insurance firm says their agents are performing unauthorized enrollments and plan switches to enrich themselves to the detriment of their unsuspecting clientele.

In our Medicare Advantage Minute we hear the majority of providers say that frustrations caused by prior authorization demands are growing.

How about a new problem to watch out for? The US Postal Inspection Service is warning about "Brushing Scams". Who knew?

Finally, a few more paragraphs from the massive Wikipedia page for "Medicare".

This would make a great series of bedtime stories for the grandchildren!

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That is our selection for today's Medicare Advantage Minute.

Also, I plug my friend's new book of non-woke wisdom and witticisms: "How It Used to Be"!

Finally, a person under age 65 in Virginia with Medicare is only able to purchase Medicare Supplement Plan A. Since I have a client in that position, and he asked for details, we list the differences between Plan A and Plans G & HDG.

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In every episode we celebrate a "Medicare Advantage Minute" by sharing a short article or parts of a longer article.

Today's selection: Health Providers Irked at the Behavior of Medicare Advantage Plans; Some Refuse to Take Them!

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Medicare Advantage Minute: members find "challenges" with their MA plans all too frequently.

A long-time client worries that her new annual HDF premium is out of line; I was able to reassure her.

Another client needed a reminder about how his HDG plan works with claims that he incurs. His response: "Good information"!

Finally, a tutorial on hospice benefits provided by Part A of Medicare.

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Not just the denials but also the deliberate foot dragging and payment delays are causing cash flow problems for those who can least afford them!

Surprise, surprise! Sales commissions on Advantage plans are being increased again! ...almost 20%....

Finally, the cost of medications is causing patients to face difficult decisions. Will the government's plans to reduce drug prices cause more problems than it solves? 

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"MEDICARE FOR THE LAZY MAN 2024; Simplest & Easiest Guide Ever!" on Amazon.com. Return to leave a short customer review & help future readers.

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Early in the episode is a report on the evil doings of Medicare Advantage plans, straight from the Inspector General of the Department of Health & Human Services.

Then we have some correspondence with clients, friends and others.

Finally, we peruse a list of the best hospitals plus the best cancer treatment centers in America.

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If the government has it's way, doctors will lose 2.9% of their current reimbursements.

Also, Medicare drug plans are planning to slash coverage. This will affect EVERYBODY.

Finally, prepare to hear more and more about how evil it is to make people work in the heat. What are they going to whine and cry about when winter returns?

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Medical costs were lower and more affordable before the heavy hand of government created a perpetual drain on US prosperity.

It should never have been approved and it should be pared down before it does even more damage to our economy.

Also, Enjoy correspondence with clients. One states, " You were right...".

Another has several meaty questions about selecting the best Medicare supplements for her and her husband.

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If you purchase HDG, historical trends suggest that your premium savings will grow larger and faster in the coming years!

How does Medicare treat claims for your colonoscopy?

Finally, our MA Minute features the article: Medicare Advantage - a $104 billion scam!

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"MEDICARE FOR THE LAZY MAN 2024; Simplest & Easiest Guide Ever!" on Amazon.com. Return to leave a short customer review & help future readers.

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The "Trap" is sprung when a disappointed Medicare Advantage victim tries to escape to Medicare Parts A & B. 

Eventually, it is determined they can't qualify for a Medicare supplement to complete their health insurance protection.

Also, a major Medicare Advantage carrier will not pay bonuses for agents to pester their clients to fill out HRAs (Health Risk Assessments) anymore.

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Inspired by:

"MEDICARE FOR THE LAZY MAN 2024; Simplest & Easiest Guide Ever!" on Amazon.com. Return to leave a short customer review & help future readers.

Official website: https://www.MedicareForTheLazyMan.com.